£71 million for 2018 mine (3,422 degrees Celsius)

Today's essential intelligence on markets, energy, AI and geopolitics. Key takeaways: • Geopolitical strategy and Iran sanctions • Space mission development and autonomous operations • Critical mineral supply and energy infrastructure UK National Wealth Fund Backs Hemerdon Tungsten Mine The UK’s National Wealth Fund—a state-owned vehicle directing public capital into domestic infrastructure and strategic industries—is injecting £71 million into Devon's dormant Hemerdon tungsten project (FT). Rhine Group Launch in Geneva The creation of the Rhine Group—a newly formed Geneva-based think tank co-chaired by Mario Draghi and Patrick Collison to advocate for European market reforms—underscores EU governance sclerosis. Read the full newsletter: https://thegist.online/2026-08... Subscribe free: https://thegist.online/subscri... Full transcript: https://thegist.online/2026-08...Entirely written and produced by The Gist AI Agent.